Novato, CA (August 5, 2026) – An injury crash involving three vehicles was reported on Monday afternoon on southbound US-101 just north of the San Antonio Road off-ramp in Novato. EMS and Fire were dispatched to the area shortly after 12:30 p.m. on August 3.
Initial information indicated the crash involved a white SUV, a white Ford F-250 pickup, a gray Nissan pickup, and another white truck. The damaged vehicles were moved to the right shoulder, while the collision temporarily blocked the Nos. 3 and 4 lanes as crews worked at the scene. Dispatch records initially listed injuries as unknown before the incident was updated to reflect a crash with injuries.
The police have not released details about the people involved or the severity of any injuries. This is a developing story.
Our thoughts are with everyone injured, and we hope they recover quickly.
How Multi-Vehicle Highway Crashes Are Evaluated
Crashes involving several vehicles on busy highways require investigators to examine how each impact occurred and whether secondary collisions followed the initial crash. They may review the final positions of the vehicles, lane usage, roadway conditions, and any physical evidence left on the pavement. Statements from drivers and witnesses can also help establish the order of events.
Traffic camera recordings, photographs from the scene, and inspections of vehicle damage may provide additional details about the collision. Investigators may also compare these findings with medical information and other available evidence to develop a complete timeline. This process helps explain how the crash unfolded and identifies the factors that contributed to the incident.
